HH Table Steward

Restaurant; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-friendly dining establishment in Poole is looking for a Weekend and School Holiday Table Steward. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and safety in the restaurant, assisting customers, and ensuring the dining area is presentable. A friendly demeanor and teamwork are essential, with full training provided for candidates. Opportunity for additional hours during school holidays is available. Compensation details will be discussed during the interview.

Qualifications

• Full training provided.
• No specific qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the restaurant.
• Assist customers with inquiries about the menu and specials.
• Ensure restrooms are clean and stocked.

Skills

Polite and friendly demeanor

Ability to follow instructions

Strong teamwork skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Weekend and School Holiday Table Steward

Your Introduction to Farmer Palmer’s Team and History

In 1998, Farmer Palmer’s was born. From the beginning, we have been driven by a passion for creating a family-friendly environment where children can learn, play, and get close to the countryside animals.

Purpose of the role

To maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment in the self-serve restaurant, ensuring a positive experience for all visitors.

Skills and Qualities Required

• A polite and friendly demeanour with a positive attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn quickly.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Particular attention to detail, especially in cleanliness and customer service.

Customer Care and Teamwork

• Be polite, friendly, and observant, offering a welcoming smile and a helpful attitude to customers and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with the team to enhance and promote the Hen House Restaurant.
• Familiarise yourself with the specials of the day and park timetable to assist customers with enquiries to the best of your ability.
• Report for duty at the times specified and clock in.

Table and Front of House Cleanliness

• Maintain cleanliness of tables and chairs by clearing and wiping with the provided tray, spray, and cloth.
• Clean then put away highchairs, ensuring they are ready for the next use.
• Ensure all tables have clean, up-to-date menus and condiments.
• Bring in trays and highchairs from the picnic area just outside the restaurant.

Stock Replenishment

• Ensure condiment area is stocked with sauces, cutlery, and napkins and rotated appropriately, informing kitchen staff if supplies are low.

Customer Toilets tidy and replenish

• Check the customer toilets and baby changing facilities to ensure cleanliness, tidiness, replenish supplies and ensure bins are not overflowing.

Floor and Waste Management

• Keep the floor spotlessly clean using a dustpan and brush.
• Mop up spillages immediately, using a wet floor cone as a warning.
• Put waste into the appropriate bins, aiming to recycle where possible.
• Swap bin bags when full and ensure waste stations remain tidy.

Health and Safety Compliance

• Familiarise yourself with the Health and Safety Policy, Fire Drill procedures, and Risk Assessment.
• Ensure all tasks are performed in line with your induction training & health and safety guidelines, maintaining a safe environment for customers and colleagues.

(All training provided)

Qualifications

None required – Full training given.

Hours

1Weekend day (A Saturday or Sunday) 10am till close and with the opportunity to pick up additional hours throughout the school holidays.

Interviews to be held at the beginning of January

Compensation: To be discussed